Diary Dates August 2019 Do you have a Mid Sussex community or charity event to promote? Visiwww.sussexliving.com and fill in a Diary Dates form.
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DATES Throughout August
Seek & Sniff
Dogs Trust Shoreham Rehoming Centre, Brighton Road, Shoreham By Sea BN43 5LT Self-Guided circular walk around the River Adur, answer questions along the way for the chance to win a family hamper! £2 per pack (available from the rehoming centre). Lisa Herbert & Pia Offord, (Supporter Relations Officers), 01273 466971 Lisa.herbert@dogstrust.org.uk Pia.offord@dogstrust.org.uk Thursday 01 - Saturday 03 August (continued from July)
Petworth Festival
Various venues in and around Petworth The 41st Petworth Festival – celebrating classical, jazz, world-roots, comedy, theatre with Julian Clary, Matthew Barley, Ray Gelato and the Giants and many more… Please see individual events for ticket details. www.petworthfestival.org.uk Book online 24/7 or call 01798 344576 General Enquiries: 01798 343055 info@petworthfestival.org.uk Thursday 01 - Saturday 31 August
Giant LEGO® Brick Animal Trail Arundel Wetland Centre, Mill Road, Arundel BN18 9PB Discover the LEGO® Brick Animal Trail this summer with three new models! Pick up a Brick Book packed with activities for this fun trail perfect for kids of all ages. Entry included in regular admission price. Contact: 01903 881530 info.arundel@wwt.org. uk www.wwt.org.uk/arundel Finishes Sunday 01 September. Thursday 01 - Saturday 31 August, 10:00-16:30
Morris & Co. Inspired by Nature Standen House & Garden, West Hoathly Road, East Grinstead RH19 4NE The exhibition tells the story of the origins of Morris & Co. and reveals the inspiration behind its iconic patterns. National Trust members free. Adults: £12.60. Child: £6.30. 0134 2323029 standen@nationaltrust.org.uk, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/standenhouse-and-garden Finishes Sunday 10 November. Thursday 01 - Saturday 31 August, 10:00-17:00
Sculpture Exhibition – 20th Anniversary
Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards Heath RH16 1XP An enticing collection of contemporary sculpture displayed within a stunning historic garden, featuring works in bronze, stone, metal, glass and ceramic. Price included in Garden admission. Andrew Loin 01444 450326. Finishes Monday 30 September. Thursday 01 - Saturday 31August , 10:00-17:00
Kids Summer Fun – The Enchanted Garden Trail & Activities
Borde Hill Garden, Borde Hill Lane, Haywards
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Do you have a Mid Sussex community event to promote? Email info@sussexliving.com and ask for a Diary Dates form. Visit our Diary Dates page. on www.sussexliving.com Heath, RH16 1XP Explore the woodland on an enchanting daily trail. Activities on selected days include Forest School, Storytelling and Garden Games. £2 per trail, plus admission, to include a prize. FREE to Friends. Additional charges apply for some activities. Contact: Andrew Loin 01444 450326 info@bordehill.co.uk www.bordehill.co.uk Thursday 01 August, 12:00
Burgess Hill and District Probus Club Meeting This event is for professional and business men. Lunch followed by a short talk by a professional speaker – providing an opportunity to meet with those of similar interest. 01444 236661 fredreynolds3672@gmail.com Friday 02 - Sunday 04 August, 10:30-17:00
The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show at Michelham Priory Michelham Priory and Gardens, Upper Dicker, Nr Hailsham BN27 3QS Designer makers exhibit their spectacular work in the Elizabethan barn and in marquees, includes craft demonstrations. Standard Admission to craft show, house and grounds: Adult £9.80, Child (5-15) £4.90, Student / Senior £8.80, Disabled / Carer £4.70, Family £25.50 (2 adults and up to 4 children). Gift Aid ticket options available. The Sussex Guild: 01273 479565 info@thesussexguild. co.uk www.thesussexguild.co.uk Friday 02 August, 11:00-16:00
Taster Day with FlaxJack from Horsham The Seasons, Medway House, Lower Road, Forest Row RH18 5HE We are delighted to have FlaxJacks back with us to share their amazing Gluten Free Flap Jacks! Free. 01342 824 673 Social media sites info@seasonsforestrow.co.uk Friday 02, 16 & 23 August, 19:45-21:45
Mid Sussex Amateur Radio Society
Rear basement of Cyprus Hall, Millfield Suite, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX 2nd Radio Night, 16th How I started in Amateur Radio by David Parker, 23rd Radio Night and Table Top Sale. For more information please contact: David Goatcher 07792 442314 www.msars.org.uk Saturday 03 & Sunday 04 August
John Lloyd Fine Furniture – Cabinetmaking Fundamentals Bankside Farm Workshops, Ditchling Common, Burgess Hill RH15 0SJ This course is aimed at the complete Beginner or the woodworker who has some experience but wishes to get back to the basics of cabinet-making in order to produce woodwork of a high standard. All materials and tools will be provided. £250. Contact: 01444 480388 or johnlloydfinefurniture.co.uk
Saturday 03 & 10, Sunday 04 & 11 August, 10:00-18:00
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The Loxwood Meadow, Loxwood, Billingshurst RH14 0AL Family day of mediaeval revelry and mayhem. Knights in battle, jousting, mediaeval market, entertainers, children’s games and living history village. Advance tickets: Adult: £13/ Child (4-14): £7/Under 4: Free. Gate tickets: Adult: £16 / Child (4-14): £8/ Under 4: Free/Seniors: £14 / Family (2 Adults & 2 Children): £44. Maurice Bacon 07866 468632 info@legendpresents.co.uk www.loxwoodjoust.co.uk Saturday 03 August, 10:00-15:00
High Salvington Windmill Open Day
The Loxwood Joust
Forest Row Market
Hartfield Road, Forest Row RH18 5DZ Fine Foods and Crafts Market. Contact: Sue Young (Market Manager) 01342 778062 market@forestrow.gov. uk www.forestrow.gov.uk Saturday 03 August, 13:00-16:00
Burgess Hill U3A Summer Fair Burgess Hill Academy, Station Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9EA Cream teas, raffle, tombola, bottle stall, books, crafts, cakes, toys/games, jewellery, classic cars. Entry is free. Cream teas are £5. Rosie Elkins 01444 245283 www.u3asites.org.uk/burgess-hill Saturday 03 August, 14:00-16:15
Summer Flower and Vegetable Show
Partridge Green Village Hall, Village Hall Road, High Street, Partridge Green RH13 8HX Come and see the flowers, vegetables, fruit, home produce, floral art, handicrafts, photography, children’s exhibits. SUPER raffle and refreshments. Entry: Silver donation. Yvonne Newman 01403 711598 www.pghorticulturalsociety.org
Sunday 04 & 18 August, 14:30-17:00
High Salvington Windmill, Furze Road, High Salvington, Worthing BN13 3BP A fully working windmill from the 17th century. We will be open on the first and third Sundays during the summer months until 15 September. There will also be one or two special extra days, so watch out for them too. £1 adults and accompanied children free. Monday 05, 12 & 19 August, 08:00-17:00
General Antiques & Collectables Auction
Gorringes, 15 North Street, Lewes BN7 2PE Gorringes hold a weekly Monday sale. This is a well-established auction holding between 600 and 800 lots of antique and other furniture, ceramics, jewellery, pictures, silver and collectables. 01273 472503 clientservices@gorringes.co.uk Tuesday 06 August, 19:30-21:00
Worthing Antique, Arts & Collectors’ Club
Worthing lecture theatre (below main library) Richmond Road, Worthing BN11 1HD Our talk is by Ruth Sykes, female poster designers for the transport system. All are welcome. Annual membership is £30 or £5 per talk. Andrew Pescott 07984403890 or email worthingantiqueclub@yahoo.co.uk Wednesday 07 August, 11:00-15:00
Bonhams Valuation Day – Fine Art & Jewellery Charleston House, Lewes BN8 6LL Appointments and enquiries 01273 220000 hove@bonhams.com bonhams.com/hove
Saturday 03 August, Grounds open 17:45, Concert 19:30
Wednesday 07, 14, 21 & 28 August, 12:30-15:00
Great Hall, Danny House, New Way Lane, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9BB During the last two decades, Vivace! Has raised over £100,000 for Sussex charities. Tickets: Sharon Lower 07900 698751 sharon.c.flower@btopenworld.com and Marcus Grimes, Hurstpierpoint.
The Salvation Army Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Musical guest, movie shows, guest speakers, quizzes, chair aerobics, craftwork etc. Members £5 per month, non-members £2 per week. 2 course lunch extra. Contact: Angela 07931 426691 angela.white@salvationarmyorg.uk
A Summer’s Evening Picnic & Concert at Danny House
The Young at Heart Club (Members & Non-members)
Sunday 04 August, 14:00-17:00
Oldland Windmill – August Open Afternoon
Thursday – Monday, 10:00-17:00 – Every Week
Oldland Windmill, Oldlands Lane, Hassocks BN6 8ND Find out about how our own, low food mile, flour is produced on site. Refreshments, memorabilia and our flour are available to purchase. No vehicles allowed at the Mill. Please park in Grand Avenue near the Thatched Inn and either walk up Oldlands Lane or make use of the free minibus. Entry by a voluntary donation of £3 per person, £5 per family. For further details
North Street, Turners Hill RH10 4NS A development of 33 three, four and five bedroom houses. Clock Field Marketing Suite 01342 616 105 clockfield@shanlyhomes.com shanlyhomes.com
Clock Field
Thursday – Monday, 10:00-17:00 – Every Week
The Willows
Church Street, Warnham RH12 3DZ A private development of two, three and four bedroom houses and 4 one and two bedroom apartments. The
DIARY DATES Willows 01403 611 191 shanlyhomes.com Saturday 10 August, 10:00-12:00
£1 and Under Sale
Haywards Heath United Reformed Church Hall, 55 South Road, Haywards Heath RH16 4LQ All items £1 or under, including cakes, books, toiletries, bric-a-brac and refreshments available. Free entry. Margaret Drake 01444 454618. Saturday 10 & 17 & Sunday 11 & 18 August
Hever Castle – Summer Jousting Tournaments
Hever Road, Hever, Edenbridge TN8 7NG The Knights of Royal England return to battle it out at the annual Jousting tournament. Spectators will be treated to a thrilling display of action, stunts, falls and flights in an authentic arena complete with Royal Box. www.hevercastle.co.uk 01732 865224. Sunday 11 August, Buyers 09:00-13:00, Sellers from 07:45
CFC Car Boot Sale
Cowfold Playing Field RH13 8BL Car Boot Sale raising funds to replace tractor used on pitch which was stolen recently. Car Park £2. 01403 865240/ 07785556891. Sunday 11 August, 13:00-17:00
Open Garden in aid of St Peter & St James Hospice 9 Sycamore Drive, Burgess Hill RH15 0GG Inspirational cosy garden, featured in Amateur Gardening 2016 magazine, spectacular dahlias and hostas. Refreshments, 3 piece band, plant sales & raffle. £3 + children free. Martin Savage 01444 239546 martinjsav@aol.com Sunday 11 August, 14:00-16:00
Cats Protection Mid Sussex Branch – Summer Fayre Adastra Hall, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8QH Fancy gifts, cakes, books, bric-a-brac, toys, plants, Christmas cards, calendars and Diaries for 2020, tombola and raffle and refreshments. Music by members of Square the Circle Folk Dance Band. Free entrance. Sunday 11 August, 19:30-23:00
Mama Mia - Open Air Cinema The Holbrook Club, NorthHeath Lane, Horsham RH12 5PJ Cinema under the stars at one of Horsham’s top clubs, great food and ample free parking. Live music before every screening. Multiple price deals available. Cinestock UK www.cinestock.co.uk Monday 12 August, 20:00-23:00
The Group for Unattached Men & Women Aged 50+ A pub in Burgess Hill A round of golf? Day at the races? Country walk? Dinner? Theatre, Quiz? Cinema? Holiday? These are events from The Group Diary. The Group meets in Burgess Hill on the second Monday evening of every month. Meetings also in Lewes, Brighton and Horsham. Visit www.thegroup.org.uk and give one of the contact numbers a call. Tuesday 13, 13:30 & 15:30 & Wednesday 14 August, 11:00 & 14:00
The Tiger Who Came to Tea The Capitol, North Street, Horsham RH12 1RG A musical play based on the book by Judith Kerr. Direct from the West End. Suitable for Ages 3+. £14. Box Office: 01403 750220. Thursday 15 August, 13:00-14:00 (Doors Open 12:30)
Free Lunchtime Concert All Saints United Reformed Church, Junction Road, Burgess Hill RH15 OSJ Bring a pre-concert packed lunch and we will supply free tea and coffee. Entertainer Robert Lashmar “The Hat Man” Keyboard – vocals. Free concert with a voluntary retiring collection. Tim Penn 01444 232035. Friday 16 August, 14:30-18:00
Taster Day with Cocktails and Summer Drinks The Seasons, Medway House, Lower Road, Forest Row RH18 5HE Join us for an amazing day sampling scrumptious cocktails and refreshing summer drinks. Free. 01342 824 673 Social media sites info@seasonsforestrow.co.uk Friday 16 August, 19:15-21:45
Music for Everyone
The Cyprus Hall, Cyprus Road, Burgess Hill RH15 8DX Doors open at 18:00. Organist/ keyboard player Rod Pooley. Entry £5 on door. Contact Rosalie Birchmore 01444 241269. Friday 16 & Saturday 17 August, 19:45
The Red Lion
The Capitol Studio, North Street, Horsham RH12 1RG A humorous play about the dying romance of the great English game, appealing to theatregoers and football fans alike! £10, Age 14+ only. Contact 01403 750220 www.thecapitolhorsham.com Saturday 17 August, 10:00-13:00
Repair Café Forest Row
Community Centre, Hartfield Road, Forest Row RH18 5DZ If your jeans need patching, your bike is squeaking or your kettle won’t boil, bring it along and see if we can help. Free to enter. All repairs are free, but donations will be gratefully received towards ongoing costs of the service. www.facebook.com/ RepairCafeForestRow
www.cinestock.co.uk Sunday 18 August, 11:00-17:00
Heavy Horses Working the Wildflower Meadow High Beeches Woodland & Water Garden, Handcross RH17 6HQ Come and see the Heavy Horses harrowing. Harrowing, after the grass is cut, is an important part of the management of a wildflower meadow as it removes the thatch and opens up the sward so that seeds can germinate. Plants from Rapkyns Nursery and crafts for sale. www.highbeeches.com Sunday 18 August, 14:30-17:30
Vintage Tea Party at the Priest House Museum The Priest House, North Lane, West Hoathly RH19 4PP Come and help us raise funds for the Museum by enjoying a cream tea in the charming garden. £6.00 including Museum entry. 01342 810479. Monday 19 August, 20:00-23:00
The Group, a club for unattached men and women aged 50+ Opening at a new Worthing venue - Country walk? Dinner? Theatre? A round of golf? Day at the races? Quiz? Cinema? Holiday? These are events from the Group diary. The Group meets in Worthing on the third Monday evening of every month. Meetings also in Brighton, Lewes, Burgess Hill and Horsham. Visit www.thegroup.org.uk and give one of the contact numbers a call. Wednesday 21 August, 14:30-16:30
St Symphorian’s You Group – From London Blitz to the Lakes The Atkinson Room, St Symphorian’s Church Hall, Durrington, Worthing BN13 3HUU A friendship group sharing fresh knowledge, friends and experiences. Talk by Maureen Burgess on her life. £3 per person includes refreshments. Jane Winter 01903 268109. Wednesday 21 August, 18:30-20:30
West Sussex County Council Fostering Information Session County Hall (Committee Room 2), West Street, Chichester, PO19 1RG If you’re thinking about fostering, our information sessions are the best way to find out more about the fostering process
Saturday 17 August, 09:45 - 12:30
Wednesday 21 August, 20:00-22:00
Meet at Stone Hill car park on Crowborough Road, Ashdown Forest Be inspired by the Ashdown Forest and learn to draw. Tuition and materials provided by Look Learn Draw. £25. Contact: Linda de Canha 07718 205204 write2linda@gmail.com www.Looklearndraw.com
Adur Bowling Club, Recreation Ground, Old Barn Way, Southwick BN42 4NT Socials - Battle of Trafalgar Meeting and Social. Contact Secretary as alternates between two venues. £3 Branch Membership. Contact: Maureen Copelin Maureen.copelin@ntlworld.com 01273 236437.
SketchClub: Drawing Winnie the Pooh’s Forest
Royal Marines Association, Brighton & Hove District
Saturday 17 – Monday 26 August, 11:00-17:00
Sussex Watercolour Society Art Exhibition – On the Waterfront
Friday 23 August, 19:00-20:30
Linklater Pavilion, Railway Lane, Lewes BN7 2FG As well as cards and paintings for sale there will be “Small works at Small pries” to raise funds for Sussex NSPCC. Free entry. Sussexwatercolorsociety. com Jude 01444 455646.
South of England Showground, Selsfield Road, Ardingly RH17 6TH Cinema under the stars at one of the South largest event venues with live music before every screening. Multiple price deals available. Cinestock UK
Mamma Mia - Open Air Cinema
Friday 23, Saturday 24 & Sunday 25 August, 17:00-23:30
Enchanted Horsham
Horsham Park, West Sussex, RH12 1RL Summer wonderland of live music, fire shows, circus, street theatre, vintage fairground, market, food, drink and wondrous secret illuminated gardens. Adults £20, Children under 16 £5. hello@enchantedhorsham.co.uk www.enchantedhorsham.co.uk Saturday 24 – Monday 26 August, 10:00-17:00
The Sussex Guild Contemporary Craft Show at Pashley Manor Gardens Pashley Manor Gardens, Ticehurst, Nr Wadhurst TN5 7HE Designer makers show their excellent work in a marquee in front of the Tudor Manor House. Special price of £9.50 includes entry to the gardens and show, children (6 -16 years) £5. The Sussex Guild: 01273 479565 info@thesussexguild.co.uk www.thesussexguild.co.uk Saturday 24 August, 12:00-16:00
St Symphorian’s Church Summer Fete St Symphorian’s Church, Durrington Hill BN13 2PU Wide range of family games and stalls. Contact: Jane Winter 01903 268109 Saturday 24 August, 09:00-12:30
Hassocks Village Market National Tyres Forecourt, 60 Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AR Held every 4th Saturday in the month, this is a lively and bustling village market supporting local producers and crafts people. Huge selection of fresh produce, plants and much more. Contact hassocksvillagemarket1@ gmail.com or via Facebook ‘Hassocks Village Market’. Saturday 24 August, 10:00-12:00
Traidcraft Stall and Coffee Morning Hassocks United Reformed Church, 23, Keymer Road, Hassocks BN6 8AB Traidcraft Stall. Sample a cup of fairly traded Machu Pichu ground coffee. 01444 871812. Saturday 24, Monday 26, 10:00-16:00 & Sunday 25 August, 11:00-16:00
Floral Fantasy – A Flower Festival St Martha’s Church, 77 Cooden Sea Road, Bexhill TN39 4SL Little Common Village Flower Club celebrating their 30th Anniversary present Floral Fantasy. Entrance £2.00 (under 12’s free). 07990 970177. Sunday 25, 10:00-14:00 & Bank Holiday Monday 26 August, 10:00-13:00
Cuckfield Royal Observer Corps Nuclear Bunker Open Day Observer Field, Newbury Lane, Cuckfield RH17 5JZ The Cold War underground bunker built in 1961 and in use until 1991 has been restored. £5 entry fee. No booking necessary. www.facebook. com/cuckfieldnuclearbunker Ed Combes 07970 832667 or Mark Russell 07789 266243. Sunday 25 August, from 16:00 August 2019 | SUSSEX LIVING 3
DIARY DATES Summer Ibiza Sessions on the Green The Sportsman, Cuckfield Road, Goddards Green BN6 9LQ Ibiza Chillout set with DJ Tim. For further information: 01444 233460. Sunday 25 August, 18:00-19:00
Choral Evensong
St Nicholas’ Church, Church Road, Worth, Crawley RH10 7RT Join us for this ancient church service with lots of choral music. Contact: Elizabeth Whyman 03001 118150. Monday 26 August
Mammoth Car Boot Fair The Burgess Hill Academy, Station Road, Burgess Hill RH15 9EA Up to 100 spaces and lots of bargains. Free parking in Town Centre. £10 pitch fee for cars. www.therotaryclub.co.uk www.facebook.com/Burgess-HillDistrict-Rotary-Club Monday 26 August, 19:00
Musical Movies
Ashdown Park Hotel & Country Club, Wych Cross, Nr Forest Row RH18 5JR A fabulous evening of music by West End performers. Including champagne reception, three-course dinner with wine, coffee and petit fours. £105.00 per adult. 01342 824988. Sunday 26 & Monday 27 August
Edenbridge & Oxted Agricultural Show
Ardenun Showground, Tanbridge Lane, Lingfield RH7 6LL Watch breath-taking stunts by the famous Atkinson Action Horses team and adrenaline-fuelled MAD bike displays with BMX world champs. For more information and reduced price advance tickets at www.edenbridge-show.co.uk Wednesday 28 August, 20:00-22:00
Sussex Bonsai Group – Group Meeting
Wivelsfield Village Hall, Eastern Road, Wivelsfield RH17 7QH We will be holding a Bonsai Workshop. Please bring a tree or two along for help and advice etc. Free to members. Free for first visit to non-members. Tea and coffee will be available. Contact Ray Brunsden 01444 244267 ray.b@talktalk.net Thursday 29 August, 14:00-16:00
‘5 4 3 2 1 BLAST OFF!’
Brighton Toy and Model Museum, 52-55 Trafalgar Street, Brighton BN1 4EB Recycling everyday objects we will be creating our own rocket launchers. Let’s have a launch off to reach the moon! Booking essential! Included in museum admission: Fam (2Ad&up to 3Ch) £14, Ad £6.50, CH £4.00, Conc. £5.50. 01273 749494 info@brightontoymuseum.co.uk www.brightontoymuseum.co.uk Facebook:@Brighton.Toy.Museum Thursday 29 August, 19:00-21:00
A talk by Trevor Beebee entitled ‘Climate Change & British Wildlife’ Main Hall, Hurstpierpoint Village Centre, Trinity Road, Hurstpierpoint BN6 9UY An informed review of the effects of climate change on our natural environment and British wildlife populations. Free entry (although we do ask for contributions to support our work with a voluntary retiring collection). There is a car park opposite the building. 01273 834001. Friday 30 August, 19:30-22:00
Crawley Keyboard Music Concert Furnace Green Community Centre, Ashburnham Road, Crawley RH10 6QZ Great evening of live music showcasing talented Phil Brown. Visitors made welcome. Tea and coffee available. Members £5. Visitors £7. Brenda Mayne 01293 784166 facebook.com/crawleykeyboardclub Saturday 31 August, 08:30-12:30
Car Boot Sale with Table Top inside
St Mary’s Church Hall, Windmill Lane, East Grinstead RH19 2DS £10 per pitch in advance. Bargains galore! Refreshments available - hot bacon rolls from 8.30am! Sellers may arrive from 7.30am. Free entrance. Karen W 01342 302083.
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